I've worked with Stephanie on two events in her upstairs dining room -- one for 20 people and one for 32. She and her staff exceeded my expectations both times and were delightful to deal with at every phase. The dining room is private with spectacular views through the glass doors. The deck is perfect for pre-dinner cocktails and the entire experience is high-end. If you need to dazzle a group, Stephanie will make you look good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcus Miller
We came here for date night and everything was superb. We have been to many of Portland's fine eateries and these guys can hang with the best. Wonderful waterfront views, delightful dishes, welcoming staff. Courtney was our server and she was a rockstar. Provided insightful commentary, was prompt but not intrusive, bubbly, and thoughtful. I had an off menu drink request and she got it spot on. Highly reccommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Slaton
This is a gem of a restaurant in South Portland, Maine. Terrific cocktail offerings and service. The food was prepared perfectly and was tastefully garnished. We look forward to returning in the warmer weather to enjoy their scenic deck.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lauren Sterling
Great spot to enjoy the view and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicole Garrity
What a beautiful location! Food was beautifully presented and tasted wonderful. The chef/owner helped make my best friends wedding a night to remember! They have a great upstairs area for private events.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Del Rossi
My bride and I recently had dinner here and were treated to fabulous food and service. Our server, Kara was friendly and attentive. The presentation of food was as wonderful as every bite tasted. Portland, Maine has many fine restaurants. We recommend that North 43 Bistro is on the top of your list to visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bright Chang
I had a wonderful early dinner with my friend here. The view is right next to the waters and sunset was beautiful. Atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice as well. We tried various foods which were all delicious. The mussels were a little too fishy for my taste but the other dishes were phenomenal! They had these bread sticks that came out and I believe that was my favorite food out of all I ordered! I tried a cocktail but didn’t like the taste of it because it was sour and my waitress was kind enough to swap it with another cocktail. Definitely recommend trying this restaurant!Parking: Parking is right next to the wharf. Plenty but have to search for the right area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp with Local Greens
Jordanna Smith
My sister just had her wedding reception on the second floor with the balcony overlooking the water -- not only was this so beautiful, but the STAFF were what made this night so spectacular. **Andy, Alex, and Jane** really made our experience so flawless. We had a cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres, followed by a seated dinner for approx 20 guests, and the three staff members assigned to our party really made us feel so taken care of and seen. They made sure to pause service when speeches happened, then immediately swooped in with the next course. Really lovely experience all around. Thank you so much to you three and North 43 for hosting a beautiful night for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Julie Nash
Nice lunch. I had the jerk chicken sandwich with fries. The chicken was tasty (not hot) but the fries were very salty. Its a nice environment to have lunch.
Jennifer McVeigh
Always a good experience, whether for a full sit down meal with a group, dinner at the bar or a quick in and out for apps. Tonight we had the butternut squash and crab meat ravioli and spec "hot pocket" puff pastry. Both were excellent. The staff were friendly and offered suggestions.It is always on our radar for a quick date night or family night out with our teens. Thanks North 43P.S. the location is fabulous as are the views.
They were happy to accommodate a dairy free diet restriction. They successfully cooked the food in accordance with that restriction. You'd be amazed at how many restaurants do not after the request was made. I get to find out about 12 hours later that dairy was used.But! I got the chicken entree with grilled fig and sweet potatoes. It was perfect.Dietary restrictions: Dairy free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Averyl Hill
Food and service were great!I deducted a star for the puny portions and an added surprise 4% "energy surcharge" to our bill. I asked them what that's about and was told their electric bills have gone up. Mine have, too. They also said it's on the menu alerting customers but we didn't read all of the fine print, apparently. They offered to take it off of our bill (I declined) but my issue is the portions are also small for the prices.My husband ordered the cornbread starter and for $5 it's one small square. His scallop entree was comprised of only three scallops with some garnish-sized sides. It was in actuality a very expensive appetizer, not an entree. They do not offer a la carte sides, so my husband was unable to add to his "entree". While he loved what he ordered he left hungry.My steak was good as was the kale salad (even if you don't normally like kale!).The view is gorgeous. Inside dining is loud. Our server was very sweet.
Carter Milford
I decided to reserve a table here after the proposal to my (now) fiancé. What a treat it was! Great food, great service, great views.Courtney, our waitress, was absolutely fantastic. She went above and beyond, and it was an absolute pleasure to be waited on by her.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicholas Teper
The view is great! Food is always good, and there are usually nice vegan options for the meatless friends in our lives.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lauretta Gooden
One of our favorite Portland Maine waterfront restaurants! The perfect ambiance to add to everything that's already perfect! Traveling over 400 miles for dinner!
I've worked with Stephanie on two events in her upstairs dining room -- one for 20 people and one for 32. She and her staff exceeded my expectations both times and were delightful to deal with at every phase. The dining room is private with spectacular views through the glass doors. The deck is perfect for pre-dinner cocktails and the entire experience is high-end. If you need to dazzle a group, Stephanie will make you look good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here for date night and everything was superb. We have been to many of Portland's fine eateries and these guys can hang with the best. Wonderful waterfront views, delightful dishes, welcoming staff. Courtney was our server and she was a rockstar. Provided insightful commentary, was prompt but not intrusive, bubbly, and thoughtful. I had an off menu drink request and she got it spot on. Highly reccommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a gem of a restaurant in South Portland, Maine. Terrific cocktail offerings and service. The food was prepared perfectly and was tastefully garnished. We look forward to returning in the warmer weather to enjoy their scenic deck.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot to enjoy the view and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a beautiful location! Food was beautifully presented and tasted wonderful. The chef/owner helped make my best friends wedding a night to remember! They have a great upstairs area for private events.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My bride and I recently had dinner here and were treated to fabulous food and service. Our server, Kara was friendly and attentive. The presentation of food was as wonderful as every bite tasted. Portland, Maine has many fine restaurants. We recommend that North 43 Bistro is on the top of your list to visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a wonderful early dinner with my friend here. The view is right next to the waters and sunset was beautiful. Atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice as well. We tried various foods which were all delicious. The mussels were a little too fishy for my taste but the other dishes were phenomenal! They had these bread sticks that came out and I believe that was my favorite food out of all I ordered! I tried a cocktail but didn’t like the taste of it because it was sour and my waitress was kind enough to swap it with another cocktail. Definitely recommend trying this restaurant!Parking: Parking is right next to the wharf. Plenty but have to search for the right area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp with Local Greens
My sister just had her wedding reception on the second floor with the balcony overlooking the water -- not only was this so beautiful, but the STAFF were what made this night so spectacular. **Andy, Alex, and Jane** really made our experience so flawless. We had a cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres, followed by a seated dinner for approx 20 guests, and the three staff members assigned to our party really made us feel so taken care of and seen. They made sure to pause service when speeches happened, then immediately swooped in with the next course. Really lovely experience all around. Thank you so much to you three and North 43 for hosting a beautiful night for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Nice lunch. I had the jerk chicken sandwich with fries. The chicken was tasty (not hot) but the fries were very salty. Its a nice environment to have lunch.
Always a good experience, whether for a full sit down meal with a group, dinner at the bar or a quick in and out for apps. Tonight we had the butternut squash and crab meat ravioli and spec "hot pocket" puff pastry. Both were excellent. The staff were friendly and offered suggestions.It is always on our radar for a quick date night or family night out with our teens. Thanks North 43P.S. the location is fabulous as are the views.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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They were happy to accommodate a dairy free diet restriction. They successfully cooked the food in accordance with that restriction. You'd be amazed at how many restaurants do not after the request was made. I get to find out about 12 hours later that dairy was used.But! I got the chicken entree with grilled fig and sweet potatoes. It was perfect.Dietary restrictions: Dairy free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and service were great!I deducted a star for the puny portions and an added surprise 4% "energy surcharge" to our bill. I asked them what that's about and was told their electric bills have gone up. Mine have, too. They also said it's on the menu alerting customers but we didn't read all of the fine print, apparently. They offered to take it off of our bill (I declined) but my issue is the portions are also small for the prices.My husband ordered the cornbread starter and for $5 it's one small square. His scallop entree was comprised of only three scallops with some garnish-sized sides. It was in actuality a very expensive appetizer, not an entree. They do not offer a la carte sides, so my husband was unable to add to his "entree". While he loved what he ordered he left hungry.My steak was good as was the kale salad (even if you don't normally like kale!).The view is gorgeous. Inside dining is loud. Our server was very sweet.
I decided to reserve a table here after the proposal to my (now) fiancé. What a treat it was! Great food, great service, great views.Courtney, our waitress, was absolutely fantastic. She went above and beyond, and it was an absolute pleasure to be waited on by her.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The view is great! Food is always good, and there are usually nice vegan options for the meatless friends in our lives.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of our favorite Portland Maine waterfront restaurants! The perfect ambiance to add to everything that's already perfect! Traveling over 400 miles for dinner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5